375 Church Street
North Adams, MA 01247

A four-year liberal arts college in the natural beauty of the Berkshires, the Massachusetts college of Liberal Arts in North Adams, Massachusetts, is a small college experience at a public cost.

Founded in 1894, students will find a rich growing and learning experience in the diverse community of the Massachusetts college of Liberal Arts. Known for its tight-knit community among students and faculty, MCLA's educational philosophy is to provide opportunities for students to actively participate in their own education.

MCLA prides itself on an environment that combines rigorous academic training with learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Independent study, service learning, and study abroad are all part of the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' curriculum which also emphasizes the development of analytical and communication skills that prepare students for the workforce.

Quick Facts

The Massachusetts college of Liberal Arts was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges" and by Newsweek as a "Hot College" in the category "Most for Your Money."

MCLA offers bachelor degree programs in business administration, biology, English/communications, computer science and information systems, education, and physics.

Over 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students attend the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts with about half of the enrollment living on campus.

MCLA's average class size is 18 students with a faculty to student ratio of one to 13.

The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts distributes $14 million in financial aid annually with 75 percent of MCLA students receiving some form of financial aid.

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